User Guide HAWKEYE PRO VIDEOSCOPE

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1 User Guide HAWKEYE PRO VIDEOSCOPE Warning This product is not for medical use. Do not modify or disassemble the unit. Do not use in explosive atmospheres. Caution Keep the device out of the reach of children. Do not look directly into the end of the insertion tube. The bright light may damage your eyesight. Do not forcibly twist or elongate the insertion tube, or bend it beyond its normal bend radius. Strong impact on the insertion tube may break the glass window or the video sensor at the tip. Do not use or store the device at a temperature higher than 60 C or lower than -20 C. Store the device in a dry and adequately ventilated environment. Keep the device away from acid or alkaline solutions, oil or gasoline, and do not use it in an atmosphere containing volatile/flammable vapors. Do not remove the SD memory card while data is being saved to the card. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged. v3.1 2 v3.1

2 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Description Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Description The Hawkeye Pro Videoscope is shipped in a protective case. The case has space for an optional Luxxor 24 light source. The Hawkeye Pro Videoscope consists of a CMOS image sensor mounted in the tip of a flexible insertion tube. The insertion tube is attached to a control handle that allows remote control of the tip position. Luxxor 24 Power Supply (Optional) Luxxor 24 Light Source (Optional) Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Luxxor 24 Power Cord (Optional) The built-in video display monitors the image in real time. It can also capture and store still images or video clips. Optional Tips VIDEO DISPLAY (with battery) LED Light Source & Batteries LED Light Source (with battery) CONTROL HANDLE TIP BENDING SECTION INSERTION TUBE Videoscope Charger, USB & Video Output Cables & SD Memory Card LED Light Source Charger v v3.1

3 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Warnings Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Controls Insertion Tube Controls All models have a stainless steel monocoil at their center for resistance to accidental crushing, and have a tungsten outer braid to resist damage while sliding over harsh surfaces. THE INSERTION TUBE IS ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE. DO NOT ALLOW CONTACT WITH ELECTRICALLY LIVE OBJECTS. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT! Bending Section The bending section houses the articulating collar assembly. This is the most flexible part of the scope, and the most vulnerable. It cannot tolerate the same rough handling as the insertion tube. Articulation Levers TAKE CARE NOT TO CRUSH OR PINCH THIS AREA. Maximum bending of the tip will be possible when the insertion tube is fully extended. DO NOT TRY TO FORCE THE TIP TO BEND WITH THE INSERTION TUBE COILED FOR STORAGE. ARTICULATION LOCK(S) MENU/DISPLAY BUTTONS ARTICULATION THUMB LEVERS POWER BUTTON Articulation Locks When engaged, the articulation locks will prevent the tip from bending. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WITHDRAW THE INSERTION TUBE FROM A CAVITY WITH THE LOCKS ENGAGED. DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE ARTICULATION MECHANISM. PHOTO CAPTURE BUTTONS VIDEO CAPTURE BUTTONS v v3.1

4 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Connections Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Setup Input / Output Connections Install 90-degree Prism Tip Composite Video Out USB Out Charger Input If the 90 Prism Tip is needed: Remove the Tip Cap. SD Memory Card Slot Notice the locating flat on the scope tip. The video display shows live video and captured still or moving images. It can output live video to an external monitor via a composite signal connector and the included cable. Stored images can be downloaded to a computer via the USB port and included cable, or through the removable SD memory card. Thread the knurled portion of the Prism Tip on, just past the first set of threads on the Tip. Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Setup Install SD Memory Card Insert the SD Memory Card into its slot as shown. Make sure the gold contacts are facing away from the video display screen as shown in the photo. Push the card in gently, as far as your finger will allow, and release. DO NOT FORCE THE CARD INTO ITS SLOT WITH THE CONTACTS FACING THE WRONG DIRECTION. The card will remain in place. To remove the card, push it in a little and release. It will spring out far enough to grasp and remove. Caution - Do not remove the SD memory card during image capture operations, data will be lost and the memory card may be damaged. Rotate the Prism Tip until its internal flat engages the locating flat on the scope tip. Then continue threading the Prism Tip on until there is no sideplay in the Prism Tip. STOP threading at that point. FINGER-TIGHTEN ONLY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. A small gap will be present when Prism Tip is fully tightened in place. Do not force beyond this point. No side play. Always keep the Tip Cap or an adapter installed to protect the Tip threads. v v3.1

5 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Setup Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Setup Charge Main Battery Connect the power supply to the DC/IN jack as shown. Plug the power supply into an AC outlet and allow the PVM to charge its internal battery. A full charge takes about 3 hours and will run for 2-3 hours. Install Light Source Install the charged battery into the LED Light Source: Remove the tail cap. Slide the battery into the cavity with the metal contacts facing IN. Replace the tail cap. Light Source Battery Tail Cap Slide Contact End In First Check the operation of the LED Light Source. Rotate the switch tab and confirm that the light turns on and brightens as the switch is rotated. Charge Light Source Battery Insert one of the light source batteries into its charger. Make sure the metal contacts on the battery are at the same end of the slot as the contacts in the charger. Slide the battery fully into the slot until the contacts touch. Connect the power supply and charge the battery. The red STATUS light indicates that power is ON to the charger. Switch Tab OFF Position Switch Tab Full ON Position The CHARGE light will flash green if the battery is not connected. When charging a discharged battery it will glow a steady red at first. Then it will flash alternately red and green. As the charge builds up, the red flashes will become shorter in duration until they finally cease. At that point the light will glow a steady green indicating that charging is complete. This takes about an hour or less. A full charge will last about 45 minutes at full intensity. Align the Light Source with the Light Post on the Control Handle and thread them together with the knurled ring. Tighten with fingers only. Knurled Ring Light Post Installed v v3.1

6 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Power On Turn the video display power ON by pressing and holding the power button for 3-5 seconds. The system will start up and go into Normal mode, displaying a live image from the CMOS sensor. To turn the unit OFF, push and hold the power button for 1-2 seconds. Power Articulating the Viewing Tip In the 4-way configuration, one thumb lever controls right/left movement and the other controls up/down. Use caution when bending the insertion tube or bending section, excessive force can cause damage. Use the articulation locks if necessary to hold the tip in position once the scope is in viewing position. REMEMBER TO RELEASE THE LOCK BEFORE WITHDRAWING THE INSERTION TUBE. Holding the Videoscope Articulation Lock Articulation Thumb Lever Hold the Control Handle in one hand in a way that is comfortable and allows you to both look at the LCD display and actuate the articulation thumb lever(s). Use the other hand to hold the insertion tube and guide it toward the inspection area. Inserting the Videoscope: Before inserting the videoscope into equipment, ensure that the bending section is straight and the articulation lock is not engaged. The tip should move freely when the articulation thumb levers are moved. The more the insertion tube is coiled or bent, the less the tip can articulate. Maximum articulation is possible when the insertion tube is relatively straight. When the locks are not engaged, their levers are loose and will move freely. Pushing the lever until resistance is felt will lock the corresponding thumb lever. REMEMBER TO RELEASE THE LOCK BEFORE WITHDRAWING THE INSERTION TUBE. v v3.1

7 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Turn the light source on to maximum brightness. With the tip in the straight-ahead position, slowly begin to insert the scope into the cavity to be viewed. Watch the image to see where the scope is pointed as you guide the tip to the inspection area. Display / Image Capture Control Button Locations: ESC OK If a bend must be negotiated, articulate the tip in the direction of the bend to keep the tip from buckling. If the scope is obstructed by objects or bends, rotate the tube back and forth while moving it forward. This twisting motion helps to overcome snags on equipment edges. Continue guiding the scope forward until the target area is visible in the display. Withdrawing the Borescope When the inspection is completed, or the scope needs to be repositioned, BE SURE TO RELEASE ALL ARTICULATION LOCKS PRIOR TO WITHDRAWAL to prevent damage to the articulation system. Move the articulation thumb levers back and forth to ensure they are in the loose, neutral position and the tip is free to bend as needed during withdrawal. Pull out the scope slowly, and be ready to catch the viewing tip when it exits to prevent possible damage to the tip. If the scope snags on equipment edges, try rotating the tube back and forth. Operating Modes There are three operating modes: Normal Mode Displays live camera image and date/time, if so enabled. From this mode still pictures and video are captured. Image Review Mode Displays captured still pictures and video. Menu Mode File maintenance, system settings, etc. The unit powers up in Normal mode. From Normal mode Enter Image Review mode by pressing or. Enter Menu mode by pressing OK. Return to Normal mode from any other mode by pressing ESC. v v3.1

8 Normal Mode Memory & Battery Charge Indicators In Normal mode, press ESC to display the memory and battery indicators. Each is displayed as a bar. A fully charged battery is shown as a full bar. A partial charge is shown as one to four segments inside the battery bar. The memory bar is filled in as the memory fills up. Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Image Review Mode View captured photos or video clips: Push the or button to enter Image Review mode. Stored images and videos are displayed in a grid. The selected image has a yellow outline around it. Indicates a video clip. Indicates a still image with added annotation. Current Date & Time Selected Image Video Clip Battery (Full) Memory (Almost Empty) Annotated Image Capture a Still Photo: In Normal mode, press the button on the control handle (or on the display). Still photo files are saved as.jpg. Capture a Video Clip: In Normal mode, press the button on the control handle (or on the display) to start recording. The elapsed time display will be continually updating in the lower left of the image to indicate that you are recording. Press the button again to stop recording and save the clip. Pressing the button will capture and store a still image during the video recording while recording continues. Video files are saved as.asf. You can change the selection using the or buttons. Upon reaching the last image on a page, another button press will display the next page, if any. To see a full-screen view of the selected image or video, press OK. A full screen view of a still image will have this symbol: A full screen view of a video clip will have this symbol: Elapsed Time Display v Pressing the or buttons while viewing a full screen image will scroll to the next or previous image. 16 v3.1

9 Image Review Mode (cont d) While in full screen view, a video clip in can be played, paused and resumed by pressing the button. Pressing the button while a video is playing will capture and store the currently displayed frame from the video. To exit Image Review mode, press ESC. Video Playing Video Paused Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Menu Mode Display Main Menu: In Normal mode, Press the OK button to display the Main Menu. Scrolling through the menu using the and buttons will reveal more functions. Menu and sub-menu items are selected by using the and buttons to highlight the desired item and then pressing OK. Pressing ESC will usually exit out of a menu choice. (Exceptions will be noted.) The Main Menu functions are: Delete a Single File: While in Image Review mode (either grid view or full screen view), the selected image or video clip can be deleted by pressing and holding OK for a few seconds. A delete confirmation menu will appear as shown below. TEXT ANNOTATION DATE / TIME DIGITAL ZOOM VIDEO FORMAT ROTATION LANGUAGE MIRROR DELETE ALL VIDEO OUTPUT AUTO POWER OFF Grid View Full Screen View TEXT ANNOTATION A single line of text may be added to images as they are captured. The line is limited to about characters in length, depending on the number of blank spaces in the text string. Select TEXT ANNOTATION from the main menu and press OK. Select YES with or and press OK to confirm. The current default text is displayed - TEST in this example. To edit the default text, select EDIT TEXT and press OK. v v3.1

10 Menu Mode (cont d) TEXT ANNOTATION (cont d) The text editing window will appear, with the current default text displayed, if any. The selected yellow key on the virtual keyboard is indicated by an orange outline. Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Menu Mode (cont d) TEXT ANNOTATION (cont d) Select TEXT COLOR and press OK to change the color of the user-defined text. Selected Key The black function keys at the bottom of the virtual keyboard are activated by pressing the corresponding button on the real display, as indicated by the arrows in the adjacent photo. So SPACE is the ESC button, ENTER is the OK button, left arrow is the button, and so forth. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT virtual keys (,,, real keys) to select the desired yellow key on the virtual keyboard, then press ENTER (OK). Select the desired text color from the list and press OK. Select ON/OFF to turn text annotation on or off. Select Select and press OK to delete one character to the left of the cursor. and press ESC to delete one character to the right of the cursor. moves the cursor one space to the left, moves it one space to the right. The key toggles between upper and lower case. Pressing ESC will not exit this screen. The key exits the keyboard screen and saves the edited default text. The key exits the screen without saving any edits. Choose ON or OFF and press OK. v v3.1

11 Menu Mode (cont d) TEXT ANNOTATION (cont d) If DISPLAY has been set to ON, the PHOTO screen appears when the button is pressed to capture an image. Press OK to capture the image with the default text included on the image. Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Menu Mode (cont d) DIGITAL ZOOM Slecet this function by pressing the OK button. Use the and buttons to select the digital magnification of the live display image from 1.0 to 2.0 in increments of 0.1. The selected magnification is shown on the display. Magnification Or, select EDIT DEFAULT TEXT or ENTER NEW TEXT to make the text editing screen appear and change the default text. ROTATION If DISPLAY has been set to ON, the VIDEO RECORDING screen appears when the button is pressed to capture a video clip. Rotate the live image by 180 degrees or returned it to normal by entering the ROTATION sub-menu, selecting the desired option and pressing OK. With WITHOUT TEXT highlighted, press OK to begin capturing video with no annotation. Choose WITH DEFAULT TEXT to begin recording video with the default text included on the image. Choose EDIT DEFAULT TEXT to display the text editing screen and edit the default text. Normal 180 Degree v v3.1

12 Menu Mode (cont d) MIRROR The image may be mirrored horizontally or vertically by opening the MIRROR submenu Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Menu Mode (cont d) DATE/TIME Selecting the Date/Time menu item and pressing OK brings up this sub-menu: and choosing from these options: (note Folding gives the same result as Rotating 180 degrees) Selecting Date Format lets you choose the desired date display format from a list: The Time Format sub-menu allows you to display time in a 12 or 24 hour format. VIDEO OUTPUT This function transfers the video signal to the composite input of an auxiliary display using the supplied cable. The unit will automatically revert to the built in display when the cable is disconnected. This function will allow you to toggle between displays if both are connected. Simply press OK while this function is selected to toggle between displays. Selecting Setup from the Date/Time sub-menu brings up this window, where the date and time can be set, and the date/time display turned on or off: In this window, the selected field may be incremented or decremented with the and buttons. The OK button will step to the next field until the ON/OFF field is selected. The next press of the OK button will then return the display to Normal Mode. If DISPLAY indicates ON status, the date and time will be displayed on the screen in Normal Mode. Captured images and videos will always include a time/date stamp. v v3.1

13 Menu Mode (cont d) INSTANT PICTURE REVIEW Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Menu Mode (cont d) VIDEO FORMAT This function allows you to choose the format of the output video signal for an external display. The options are NTSC and PAL. Use the and buttons to select and press OK to confirm. INSTANT PICTURE REVIEW will automatically display an image after it is captured. Select INSTANT PICTURE REVIEW from the main menu and press OK. Choosing ENABLE will cause captured still images to remain on the display screen. ESC must then be pressed to return the display to a live image. Choosing 3 SECONDS will cause captured images to be displayed for three seconds before reverting back to a live image. While the TV FORMAT sub-menu is displayed, pressing the button will display the DISPLAY SETTING sub-menu. Here the factory settings for the video display may be changed or reset. Use and and press OK to select the property to be changed. Then use and to change the setting and OK to confirm. Each unit is optimized from the default settings by Gradient Lens Corp. prior to shipping. These optimized settings appear on a label on the rear of the display, should they need to be re-entered. v v3.1

14 Menu Mode (cont d) LANGUAGE Choose the Language item in the main menu to scroll through the language choices. Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Operation Connecting to an external display Use the included AV cable to connect your external display to the jack on the side of the video display. (Note: The external display must accept a composite input). Use the VIDEO FORMAT item on the main menu to choose the correct format (NTSC or PAL) for the external display. Use the VIDEO OUTPUT function on the main menu to direct the output to the external display, or to switch between displays. The video display and the external display cannot be viewed at the same time. The video display will automatically become active when the cable is disconnected. There are 26 languages available. Use and to select and press OK to confirm. AV Cable Video Out DELETE ALL Select this item to delete all saved still photo, and video files. Use and to select Yes or No and press OK to confirm. AUTO POWER OFF Transferring image files to a personal computer Images stored on the SD memory card can be downloaded to a computer via the USB port. Plug in the Mini USB 1.1 connector to the USB port and open the drive associated with the USB port on your computer. The stored images are contained in the location X:\DCIM\100DSCIM where X is the drive letter. Jpegs can be viewed with Windows Picture Viewer and.asf video files play in Windows Media Player. USB Out USB Cable Use the and buttons to select time for auto power off or to disable the auto power off function. Press OK to confirm. Alternatively, images from the SD memory card may be transferred to your computer by removing the card from the video display and inserting it into your computer s card reader. v v3.1

15 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Troubleshooting Changing the Battery To change the battery, remove the screw from the battery cover and remove the cover. The following troubleshooting hints should help you to solve some performance problems on site. If a problem is not solved using these suggestions, call the Service Center at the number listed under the SERVICE section of the Warranty page and arrange to return your videoscope for evaluation and repair. NEVER Attempt to Disassemble the Videoscope If Image Is Not Clear and Sharp Battery Cover Screw Battery Cover If using a detachable tip adapter, the tip may not be properly attached. Detach tip adapter and reinstall. Lenses or glass windows may be dirty. Clean glass surface on insertion tube tip with alcohol and cotton swab (or soft cloth). Also clean detachable tip if being used. Light may be insufficient. Increase light source intensity or move viewing tip closer to object. If the Video Display & Capture Unit is not working properly Carefully expose the battery wires and connector. Pull the connector apart and connect new battery. Replace the battery in its compartment and replace the cover and screw. Nothing on LCD screen: Battery Power too low. Recharge battery. No Image - but words and status symbols on LCD display: Power and signal cable is not connected securely. Reattach cable. Cannot capture photos or video: No SD Card inserted. Shut down: Battery has discharged below operating threshold. Recharge battery.!!! No functions working!!! If all functions freeze or fail, first try to power the unit off and restart. If the unit does not recover, remove the battery compartment cover. Move the battery to reveal the reset hole. Insert a toothpick, or other non-conducting probe, into the reset hole and push the reset button to perform a system reset. RESET v v3.1

16 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Troubleshooting Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Control Summary If Articulation Is Difficult Articulation locks may be fully or partially engaged. Release locks. Articulation cable movement may be hindered by bends in the insertion tube. Keep tube as straight as possible during inspection. Viewing tip movement may be blocked due to its position inside equipment. Try to reposition tip by rotating tube or moving tip forward or backward. Button Normal mode Image Review mode Menu mode Switches to Image Review mode Scrolls to previous and scrolls reverse through still still image or video. images and videos. Scrolls up through selections. Do Not Apply Excessive Force on Articulation Controls Switches to Image Review mode Scrolls to next still and scrolls forward through still image or video. images and videos. Scrolls down through selections. If Image Is Not Bright Enough Notes: Light source intensity may be at a low setting. Turn to maximum intensity. Viewing tip may be too far from object. Move tip closer to object. If using a detachable tip adapter, the tip may not be properly attached. Detach tip adapter and reinstall. Lenses or glass windows may be dirty. Clean glass surfaces on viewing tip, light guide connector and eyepiece with alcohol and cotton swab (or soft cloth). Also clean detachable tips if being used. Light source capacity may be insufficient for application. Do not remove the SD memory card during capture operations, data will be lost and the memory card may be damaged. OK Enters Main Menu. To delete current image or video. ESC Displays battery and memory status. Captures a still image (jpeg). While recording a video clip, pressing this button will stop the recording process. (PHOTO button is duplicate of this) Returns to Normal mode and displays 'CAMERA' and battery and memory status. Confirm selection. Returns to Normal mode and displays 'CAMERA' and battery and memory status. While viewing a Returns to video file this button Normal mode. will play/pause/resume the current video clip. We recommend 80X SD card or faster for best quality video clips. Use cotton swabs and lens cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) to clean the tip optics. Clean the video display with a damp cloth only. Do not use chemical solvents. Pressing this button Returns to Normal starts/stops video recording. mode and displays 'CAMERA' and battery status. (REC button is duplicate of this) Returns to Normal mode. v v3.1

17 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Notices Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Notices CE WARRANTY Gradient Lens Corporation warrants that all Hawkeye borescopes and accessories will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of first retail purchase. Video and lighting products have manufacturer s warranties for one year. This warranty does not cover breakage or failure due to tampering, misuse, neglect, accidents, improper installation, modification, shipping, or to improper maintenance, service and cleaning procedures. This warranty is also void if the instrument is not used in accordance with the manufacture s recommendations or if required service is performed by anyone other than an Gradient Lens Corporation authorized agent. No other express or implied warranty is given. SERVICE Should service of the equipment be required, call the Gradient Lens Corporation facility to obtain shipping directions. If you have any questions requiring the safety of your equipment please contact Gradient Lens Corporation at the following: Toll Free Telephone FAX Web info@gradientlens.com Address: 207 Tremont Street, Rochester, New York v v3.1

18 Hawkeye Pro Videoscope Notices FCC NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Gradient Lens Corporation 207 Tremont Street Rochester, New York Telephone: Toll Free: Fax: info@gradientlens.com v v3.1